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Open Press/No Operator: Plastics Processing and the Skills Gap
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Order for parts? Check. Material…machine…mold? Check…check…check. Operator? Operator…?
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KraussMaffei presenta innovaciones en extrusión y reciclaje
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
El evento “World of Extrusion”, organizado por KraussMaffei, reunió a expertos en Laatzen para presentar innovaciones en tubos, reciclaje y economía circular.
Renishaw, Metalpine Develop Durable AM Parts for Harsh Marine Environments
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
The partnership is focused on creating copper-nickel alloy powders for AM that can withstand the corrosive environment of naval operations. Of note: The project will enable a major European naval force to manufacture replacement parts in house.
Sensors, Sustainability and Skilled Labor
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Q&A with Bob VanCoillie, MoldMaking Technology EAB member and senior manager of Kenvue’s mold management center of excellence.
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Rotogran Offers Upgraded Granulators
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Key updates include tool steel replaceable inserts in all granulators and a new pathway deflector into the cutting chamber.
Star Plastics Sets Carbon Reduction Goals Through 2030
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Targets will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 10% compared to 2021.
Wall Colmonoy Launches Furnace Apprenticeship Program
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Three-year state-funded program at the company’s site in Los Lunas, New Mexico, trains and develops next-gen furnace operators through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on experience.
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Production Machining's May 2025 News Highlights
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Production Machining’s May 2025 news highlights include new manufacturing facilities, leadership transitions, acquisitions and more.
Datos del primer trimestre de 2025 revelan alza en la importación de robots industriales
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
En los primeros tres meses de 2025, el valor acumulado de la importación de robots industriales fue de 51.6 millones de dólares, lo que representó un aumento del 2.46 % con respecto al mismo período de 2024.
Finishing Facility Polishes Up On Its Specialty Process
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
Concentrating exclusively on precision stainless steel electropolishing, this 40-year-old family-owned company showcases its uniqueness by developing its own process, delivering consistent quality and treating employees like family.
Machining Center Spindles: What You Need to Know
| MoldMaking Technology
Why and how to research spindle technology before purchasing a machining center.
Injection Molding Conference Returns to Penn State Behrend
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Taking place June 11-12, the conference features more than 30 presentations and 13 focused tutorials, as well as networking opportunities.
SPE honors Greg McCunn for 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
McCunn is honored for his professional accomplishments and support of the thermoforming composites industry throughout his career in automotive and beyond.
Hexcel, Specialty Materials launch boron fiber-infused high modulus carbon fiber
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
High-compression, hybridized unidirectional prepreg targets advanced commercial and military application opportunities.
Syensqo composites demonstrate titanium replacement on Boeing MQ-25 Stingray
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Validation of integrating Cycom 5250-4HT prepreg into the UAV’s exhaust nozzle structure underpins the material system’s use in other high-temperature aerospace applications.
FIDAMC lays groundwork for CFA advanced manufacturing technocenter
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Ahead of the CFA’s June opening, a recent conference established the criteria for submitting project proposals, as well as the CFA’s capabilities and equipment, citing more than 200 interested companies.
Student Executives Manage Business, Academia in High School Vocational Program
Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing
Bend Manufacturing, a business led by high school seniors that operates out of The Portage School of Leaders in South Bend, Indiana, is witnessing its real-time return on investment: its students.
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Expanded Drill Lines Offer More Comprehensive Holemaking Solutions
Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology
Emuge-Franken USA has expanded its North American solid carbide drill offering with two new high-performance drill lines and additions to its popular MultiDrill line.
Emuge-Franken Drill Lineup Provides High-Precision Hole Quality
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Emuge-Franken expands its range of holemaking tools with a number of new solid carbide drill lines.
Problem-Solving Powers MPP's Growth
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Long-time Michigan mold builder expands its capabilities, incorporating molding and embracing automation, while maintaining its collaborative problem-solving approach and apprenticeship program.
Crecen indicadores en el subsector de fabricación de productos metálicos
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Con cifras originales, los indicadores de producción, personal, horas trabajadas y remuneraciones aumentaron en marzo de 2025 respecto al mismo mes del año anterior.
Lehvoss Group Highlights PFAS-Free Anti-Friction Coating
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Lehvoss has developed a PFAS-free variant of its Luvocom thermoplastic tribological material for electrostatic powder coating.